This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 10, 2026 (43 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ N
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IVAN as a word: A male given name from Russian of English speakers; A transliteration of the Macedonian, Pannonian Rusyn, or Russian male given name Иван (Ivan).
IVAN has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 14, 2025.
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